Program is subject to change.
YOUR journey
J² Safaris designs unforgettable journeys across Africa—where inspiration and adventure await. We believe that no two safaris should be alike. Each journey is carefully crafted to be deeply personal, meaningful, and enhanced by exceptional service, ensuring that every moment is one to remember. For us, travel is about more than the destinations; it’s about the connections you make with the land, its wildlife, and the vibrant cultures you encounter along the way.
Our all-inclusive family safari experience offers the very best of Africa—wild, awe-inspiring landscapes, breathtaking wildlife encounters, and the highest standards of comfort and convenience—so you can immerse yourself fully in the adventure with peace of mind.
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Jeep Safari 
Hot Air Balloon 
Nature 
Picnics 
Scenic 
Local Flights 
Airport Transfers 
VIP Assistance 
All Inclusive Safari
Program Itinerary
DAY 1
Depart Home
Mon. Jan 12, 2026
Overnight: Flight
DAY 2
Touchdown in Kenya
Tue. Jan 13, 2026
- Touch down in Nairobi. Your J² safari adventure begins!
- VIP arrival assistance.
- Comfortable private transfer to your hotel.
- Check into the hotel.
- The rest of the day is yours – relax, explore, or soak in your first taste of Kenya.
- Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight: Nairobi, Kenya
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3
Welcome to Nairobi!
Wed. Jan 14, 2026
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Meet your J² safari guide and head out for a full day of amazing experiences.
- Get up-close with endangered Rothschild giraffes at the Giraffe Centre.
- Visit the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and meet rescued baby elephants.
- Enjoy a picnic lunch at the Karen Blixen Museum followed by a tour of her former home.
- Visit a local social enterprise—such as Kazuri Beads or Kitengela Glass—for an inspiring glimpse into Kenyan artistry and community empowerment.
- Return to the hotel and enjoy dinner.
Overnight: Nairobi, Kenya
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4
Into the Heart of the Maasai Mara
Thu. Jan 15, 2026
- Breakfast at the hotel, followed by checkout.
- Transfer to Nairobi Wilson Airport for a short flight to the Maasai Mara National Park
- Welcome to the Maasai Mara and meet your new guide.
- Enjoy snacks and a light lunch on arrival.
- Set off on an exhilarating game drive towards your lodge, where you may encounter herds of elephants, graceful giraffes, and the iconic big cats, all roaming freely across the stunning savannah.
- Check into the lodge and unwind.
- Time to relax and settle in.
- Embark on an extraordinary afternoon game drive in the Maasai Mara Reserve.
- Experience sundowners and sunset cocktails, taking in the breathtaking views.
- Return to the lodge and enjoy dinner.
Overnight: Maasai Mara, Kenya
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5
Exploring the Mara: From Dawn to Dusk
Fri. Jan 16, 2026
- Wake up to early morning tea and coffee, followed by a thrilling morning game drive across the Mara’s vast plains, where you may spot elephants, lions, giraffes, and perhaps even a cheetah in action.
- Return to the lodge for a delicious breakfast, savoring the flavors as you reflect on your morning safari.
- Enjoy a relaxing day at leisure—take time to unwind, enjoy the lodge’s amenities, and have a leisurely lunch.
- Embark on an afternoon game drive in the Maasai Mara Reserve, with a coffee break and snacks to keep you energized while you explore.
- Return to the lodge.
- End your day with a sumptuous dinner at the lodge, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the Mara.
Overnight: Maasai Mara, Kenya
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6
Crossing into the Serengeti: A New Safari Adventure
Sat. Jan 17, 2026
- Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the lodge before checkout.
- Transfer to the nearby airstrip.
- Say farewell to your guide as you embark on your journey to Serengeti.
- Fly from Maasai Mara to Serengeti on two scenic flights, with a stopover at Isabenia to cross the border to Tanzania. Enjoy satisfying snacks as you take in the stunning landscapes along the way.
- Arrive in Serengeti and receive a warm welcome from your J² safari Tanzania guide who will be waiting for you at the Seronera airstrip.
- Set out on an exciting game drive en route to your lodge, spotting wildlife as you go and with a picnic lunch on the way.
- Check into the lodge for some well-deserved rest and relaxation.
- Enjoy a delicious dinner at the lodge, as you settle into Serengeti.
Overnight: Serengeti, Tanzania
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7
Chasing the Wild: A Day in the Serengeti
Sun. Jan 18, 2026
- Wake up to early morning tea and coffee, setting the tone for a thrilling safari day.
- Embark on a morning game drive through the vast Serengeti, with snacks and refreshments as you encounter its iconic wildlife.
- Return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast, savoring the flavors while reflecting on the morning’s adventure.
- Relax and unwind during your leisure time, enjoying lunch at the lodge and the serene surroundings.
- Embark on an exciting afternoon game drive through the Serengeti, where you may encounter the dramatic Great Migration or elusive predators, all while enjoying refreshing cocktails and delicious snacks.
- Return to the lodge for a peaceful evening and indulge in a delicious dinner under the stars.
Overnight: Serengeti, Tanzania
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8
Soaring Above the Serengeti
Mon. Jan 19, 2026
- Begin the day with early morning tea and coffee.
- Soar over the Serengeti on a hot air balloon ride, taking in breathtaking views of the endless plains, followed by a picnic breakfast in the heart of the bush.
- Relax and unwind during the day, enjoying a leisurely lunch at the lodge while soaking in the tranquil surroundings.
- Set off on an afternoon game drive, where the wild beauty of the Serengeti awaits, with a snack break to recharge along the way.
- Return to the lodge and savor an exquisite dinner under the Serengeti stars.
Overnight: Serengeti, Tanzania
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9
Cradle of Life: Journey to Ngorongoro
Tue. Jan 20, 2026
- Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before checking out.
- Embark on a picturesque drive towards Ngorongoro National Park, with chances to spot wildlife as you travel through stunning landscapes.
- Stop for a picnic lunch en route, taking in the stunning landscape.
- Arrive at your lodge, check in, and unwind with some relaxation by the pool.
- In the late afternoon, immerse yourself in a Maasai cultural activity, experiencing the traditions of the local community.
- Savor a delectable dinner at the lodge.
Overnight: Ngorongoro, Tanzania
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10
A Day in Nature’s Masterpiece
Wed. Jan 21, 2026
- Start your day with breakfast at the lodge.
- Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day safari in this UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to an astonishing concentration of wildlife.
- Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
- Ascend back to the lodge for some time to refresh and regroup.
- End the day with a relaxing dinner at the lodge, immersed in the highland serenity.
Overnight: Ngorongoro, Tanzania
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 11
Wildlands to Urban Lights
Thu. Jan 22, 2026
- Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before checking out.
- Begin your scenic drive eastward toward Arusha.
- Pause to take in the breathtaking views over Lake Manyara and Tarangire National Park.
- Arrive at Kilimanjaro airport and bid farewell to your Tanzanian guide.
- Board your afternoon flight to Nairobi.
- Transfer to your hotel upon arrival.
- Dinner at the hotel at leisure.
Overnight: Nairobi, Kenya
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 12
Carrying Africa Home
Fri. Jan 23, 2026
- Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel, savoring the last moments of your safari experience.
- Transfer to the airport to check in for your return flight to the US.
- Travel home, carrying with you the essence of Africa—its wildlife, landscapes, and indomitable spirit.
Overnight: Flight
Meals: Breakfast
RATES & LODGING - OPTION 1
LUXURY
Choose from
2
Choose from
4
Kempinski Villa Rosa, Nairobi
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Standard
- Hotel Website
Soroi Mara Bush Camp, Private Wing
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Standard
- Hotel Website
Lemala Ewanjan Tented Camp, Serengeti
- Nights: 3
- Room Category: Standard
- Hotel Website
Neptune Lodge, Ngorongoro
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Standard
- Hotel Website
Crowne Plaza, Nairobi Airport
- Nights: 1
- Room Category: Standard
- Hotel Website
RATES & LODGING - OPTION 2
LUXURY+
Choose from
2
Choose from
4
Luxury
J W Marriott, Nairobi
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Standard
- Hotel Website
J W Marriott, Maasai Mara
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Standard
- Hotel Website
Four Seasons, Serengeti
- Nights: 3
- Room Category: Standard
- Hotel Website
Melia, Ngorongoro
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Standard
- Hotel Website
Sheraton Four Points, Nairobi Airport
- Nights: 1
- Room Category: Standard
- Hotel Website
What to expect
- 10 nights' accommodation as listed in the itinerary.
- 11 days of touring with local expert safari guides in a luxury vehicle.
- All National Park/Conservancy entrance fees for all parks included in the itinerary.
- All regional flights from Kenya to Tanzania and back.
- All entrance and program fees for sites and activities, including Hot Air Balloon ride, Maasai village experience, and Coffee plantation tour.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner every day.
- Arrival and departure assistance at the airport for your international flights.
- All transfers to and from the airport.
- All gratuities.
- Laundry services, tea/coffee, drinking water, soft drinks and alcoholic drinks as provided by the hotels/lodges.
- J² safaris App available on the App Store and Google Play, active 30 days before departure and throughout your trip.
- Credit card fees, if applicable, for balance payments made by credit card.
- International flights to and from Africa.
- Amendments or extra services added while in Africa, which may incur additional fees.
- Personal extras: laundry, alcoholic beverages, coffee/tea, food outside of provided meals, passport and visa fees, insurance, and foreign port taxes, unless otherwise specified. Hotels may provide complimentary beverages or laundry, but this is not guaranteed.
- US and foreign airport taxes, fuel surcharges, and border taxes, when applicable.
- Validity: All prices are based on exchange rates at the time of the proposal and may change without notice. Rates are per person, based on double occupancy, unless otherwise stated.
- How to Make a Booking: The fastest way to book is online using the JOIN link for your chosen safari trip. We accept VISA, MasterCard, and American Express. A non-refundable deposit of $2,000 per person is required to complete the registration.
- Booking Assistance: For help with registration or trip-related queries, email [email protected], and we will respond within 2 business days.
- Payments: The balance is due 120 days before departure or as specified on your invoice. We will send a reminder two weeks prior. Payment options include: Credit card: We accept VISA, MasterCard, and American Express. A 4% fee will be added for credit card payments. Domestic bank wire transfer: Payment should be in US dollars. Please include your invoice number as a reference. Send a copy of the transfer receipt to [email protected]. Failure to pay by the due date may result in automatic booking cancellation.
- Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be in writing. The deposit is non-refundable. Cancellations due to failure to pay will not result in a deposit refund. If J² cancels the trip for operational or security reasons, you may receive a full refund, transfer funds to a new booking, or hold funds for a future trip.
- Cancellation fees: 120+ days before departure: loss of deposit. 119–76 days before departure: loss of 50% of full cost. 75 days or less before departure: loss of 100% of trip cost. We recommend purchasing travel insurance to cover cancellations due to medical or other reasons.
- Cancellation fees may also include supplier fees. J² safaris reserves the right to adjust payment and cancellation terms. We can provide documentation for insurance claims.
- Be cautious of online fraud. J² safaris will never request fund transfers to new accounts or issue additional payment requests without direct personal contact.
- If in doubt about any communication, contact us at [email protected] to verify details.
- Do not respond to suspicious emails or click on links unless certain of their legitimacy.
- Please click here to view our full terms (T&C's). These T&C's apply to all reservations created within J2 Adventures.
FOR journey leader
- J² safaris offers X free air & land tours based on single/double occupancy for a minimum of XX/XX full-paying participants. Free air is based on up to $X,XXX per ticket, including airport taxes and fuel surcharges.
- A project manager will handle all logistics and ensure a smooth, successful journey for you and your participants.
- Our Customer Care team will assist with trip details, provide information, and offer excellent service.
- Recruitment materials: e-flyer, rollup banner, and social media graphics to support trip publicity.
- A customized web portal page with e-commerce functionality for your journey.
- Educational resources for safari leaders and participants before, during, and after the trip.
- FAQs: Answers to all your journey-related questions, provided by the J² squad.
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